Amfepramone Hydrochloride from China
Amfepramone hydrochloride, known as diethylpropion HCl, is a sympathomimetic amine used as an appetite suppressant in weight loss treatments. It qualifies under HTS 2922.31.00.00 as the salt of amfepramone (INN), an amino-ketone with single oxygen function. Chapter notes confirm inclusion for such pure compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Comply with DEA Schedule IV controls with import quotas; provide pharmacopeial compliance docs; pitfall: insufficient stability data delays clearance